We need more data

by Doc Nickel

We need a little more information on the conditions and the setup.

Generally speaking, yes, there's dozens of different ways to hold parts down. With a regular hold-down kit, there's "gooseneck" clamps that keep the nut and stud somewhat below the top of the clamp, and for even lower, there's "edge-holding" clamps that bolt directly to the table and push to the side to clamp.

Then there's a huge range of Mitee-Bite clamps, the most common style of which is shown in use here.